Protester negotiators to attend large Government meeting tomorrowJames Geoghegan, public relations officer for National Fuel Protest speaking at a rally in O'Connell Street in Dublin after vehicles took part in a National Fuel Protest. Traffic at a standstill on the N7 Southbound at Johnstown this evening at around 8pm due to fuel protests. – From Charlestown / Dublin Airport normal route to Fr Mathew Bridge, Bridge Street Lower, Patrick Street, Kevin Street, St Stephen’s Green and back on to normal route. Defence Forces confirm armoured vehicles seen on roads are conducting ‘mission readiness exercises’The Defence Forces are aware of images circulating of MOWAG Armoured Personnel Carriers in convoy. “Those involved in fuel protests are ordinary hardworking people trying to make a living,” the Wexford TD said.

Source: The Irish Times April 10, 2026 09:49 UTC